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The Urban EV Podcast

The Urban EV Podcast

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 Electric vehicle ownership in a city can be daunting when you don't have access to a plug. We explore urban charging infrastructure along with the day-to-day experience and economics of public charging your vehicle in a big city.Rob Hoffman
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  • Gas Prices High. EV Sales Higher. Will the Trend Hold?

    Gas Prices High. EV Sales Higher. Will the Trend Hold?
    Apr 20 2026
    EV analyst, Loren McDonald, joins the show to dissect the latest trends, ironically starting with the price of gas. We'll delve into how fluctuating prices are accelerating EV adoption and the critical importance of developing robust home and multifamily charging infrastructures. Loren provides insights into automakers' strategic investments in charging ecosystems and the challenges of public fast charging reliability. We'll also explore the evolving standards for charging connectors and what the next 3-5 years hold for EV technology. Get ready for an in-depth discussion packed with expert analysis and future predictions. Loren McDonald can be found on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorenmcdonald/ Chapters 00:00 GM president's take getting dealers to take note on EVs 01:35 Gas Prices and Their Influence on EV Sales 04:00 Regional Differences in EV Adoption 06:58 The Role of Charging Infrastructure in EV Adoption 09:53 Loren's Journey into the EV Industry 12:42 What the EV Industry is Getting Right and Wrong 23:45 The Evolution of Electric Vehicles 26:24 Honda's Strategic Decisions in the EV Market 29:30 Toyota's Shift Towards Electric Vehicles 34:44 The Future of Charging Experience 45:36 Consumer Mindset and EV Charging Habits 46:56 Close Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • Why Apartment Dwellers Are Being Left Behind in the EV Transition

    Why Apartment Dwellers Are Being Left Behind in the EV Transition
    Feb 9 2026
    Over a third of the US population lives in multifamily housing without charging access. That's a massive EV transition hurdle. So what's the solution? Samuel Bordenave, Chief Commercial Officer at Switch, joins The Urban EV Podcast with some answers as we discuss the equity issues surrounding charging access for multifamily housing, the technical hurdles of retrofitting buildings, and the importance of partnerships in creating a robust charging network. Samuel shares insights from his experience at Tesla and emphasizes the need for a customer-centric approach in the EV industry. The conversation also touches on the future of EV charging, including bi-directional technology and the impact of political changes on the market. Chapters 0:00 Open 0:24 Samuel Bordenave Introduction 1:10 Challenges in Urban EV Charging 3:05 Equity and Access Issues 5:07 Business Case for Lower Income Areas 7:37 Lessons from Multifamily and Commercial Deployments 11:05 Technical and Operational Challenges 14:13 Switch's Unique Solutions 16:25 Partnerships and Market Transformation 21:34 Insights from Tesla Experience 24:49 Impact of Politics and Subsidies 30:50 Future of Urban EV Charging 41:16 Closing Remarks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • SmartCharging Into The Future

    SmartCharging Into The Future
    Feb 3 2026
    Chris Russo, SmartCharge Clean Energy Program Manager at Con Edison wants to give you money as SmartCharge incentivizes off-peak charging to balance grid demand and make everybody a winner. Chris joins to show to share the marketing secrets he learned at Tesla and how he applies them at Con Edison, as he shares insights on consumer behavior, the importance of data in infrastructure planning, and the future of EV adoption in New York. The conversation also touches on the Power Ready program, micro-mobility initiatives, and the challenges of vehicle-to-grid technology. This episode highlights the collaborative efforts to enhance electric mobility and sustainability in urban environments. For New York residents interested in finding out more about SmartCharge, visit: https://scny.ev.energy Use referral code: ROBYHO to receive 60 bonus incentive points Chapters Introduction and Guest Introduction - 00:00:00 Transition from Tesla to Con Edison - 00:03:40 Understanding Smart Charge New York - 00:07:20 Grid Reliability and Managed Charging - 00:11:00 Program Expansion and Future Plans - 00:14:40 Curbside Charging and Infrastructure - 00:18:20 Conclusion and Future Outlook - 00:25:00 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
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